Upper Arlington Winter Festival, Breakfast with Santa, and Christmas Parade

Upper Arlington is celebrating the winter season with a weekend of fun in December, including the Winter Festival and Tree Lighting, Breakfast with Santa, and Christmas parade. 

Upper Arlington Winter Festival

Get in the spirit of the season with the UA Winter Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Mallway Park on Arlington Avenue.

The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner and we have exciting events planned to welcome the holiday season. Join us for an evening of ice sculpting, horse-drawn carriage rides, bonfire and S’mores, visits with Santa and his reindeer and UA’s tree lighting ceremony.

The tree lighting ceremony is at 7:30 pm. 

Caroling is tba for 2021. 

Check website closer to event to see if any details have been changed.

Breakfast and Brunch with Santa in Upper Arlington

Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 9 a.m.-2 p.m.  Join Santa for a brunch buffet at the beautiful Amelita Mirolo Barn in Sunny 95 Park (4 time slots). Children can visit with Santa for pictures and to share Christmas wishes. Children must register with one parent/guardian or responsible adult. Don’t forget to bring your camera for a picture with Santa! No strollers please. Pricing is $11-$24 depending on residency. Registration for Breakfast & Brunch with Santa opens Friday, November 2 at 6 am at parks.uaoh.net. These will sell out quickly!

Holiday Happiness at the Upper Arlington Library

Saturday, December 4 from 10:00am – 2:00pm
Tremont Road Library annual celebration featuring a visit from Santa. Bring the family to enjoy crafts from 10-2, and visit from Santa from 12-2. Harpist Lily McBride will play from 10-12. Have fun with the photo station and PLINKO game!

UACA Christmas Parade

On Saturday, December 4, catch the Christmas Parade. The Upper Arlington Civic Association, in partnership with Upper Arlington Police & Fire Divisions, has made arrangements with Santa to parade through town starting at 2 pm. More details. 

Event is held rain or shine, although some activities may not be offered. Call 614-583-5345 day-of for weather updates.

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